Barbara worked for the Oakland Tribune for many years before she settlled down and started a family with Jon L. Bodkin. In 1984 after 30 years, at the age of 72, she retired from Daly's Department Store in Eureka, CA.

Barbara enjoyed her weekly card games, playing bingo and heading out with family and friends to play the slots. She was passionate about flowers. Considered the "Rock of the Family", and affectionately referred to as the "Queen Bee", Barbara will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Private arrangements are being handled by Park View Funeral Home, 3661 E. French Camp Rd., Manteca, CA. A celebration of life for Barbara will be Saturday, Aug. 15, at 11 a.m. at First Christian Church at 1125 N. Union Road Manteca, CA 95336. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to First Christian Church or the charity of your choice. Manteca (Calif.) BulletinTuesday, Aug. 11, 2009